Trump Says Military Readiness Matches Diplomatic Outreach on Iran

Trump says the armada heading to Iran represents America’s largest deployment ever. Trump says hoping for peaceful resolution coexists with overwhelming military capability. Trump says Tehran’s signals about negotiation willingness provide optimism.
Trump says Iran must commit to no nuclear weapons and stop killing protesters. Trump says thousands of citizens have been murdered in systematic crackdowns. Trump says the unprecedented number of warships ensures Iran takes demands seriously.
Iranian officials signaled conditional openness while firmly rejecting coercive negotiations. Foreign Minister Araghchi excluded missile programs from any potential agreement. Turkish officials offered to bridge the diplomatic gap between Washington and Tehran.
Trump says discussing military operations publicly would compromise effectiveness. Trump says preferring diplomacy over force reflects sound judgment. Trump says the Venezuela operation’s success proves American capability for action.
European and American sanctions expanded following the deadly protest suppression. Terrorist designations of Iranian military units prompted retaliation threats. Reform groups within Iran demanded accountability for the estimated 30,000 deaths.